LEGO The Lord of the Rings
Jan 08, 2016 11 years ago
Based on The Lord of the Rings motion picture trilogy, LEGO The Lord of the Rings follows the original storylines of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, taking players through the epic story events reimagined with the humor and endless variety of LEGO play. Trusted with the dangerous task to destroy an ancient magical ring that threatens all that is good, Frodo is forced to leave his peaceful home. But the ring wants to be found and the road to Mount Doom, the only place where it can be destroyed, will be perilous and riddled with Orcs and fouler things. To help Frodo, a Fellowship is formed —Aragorn the Ranger, Gandalf the Wizard, Legolas the Elf, Gimli the Dwarf, Boromir a Man of Gondor, and Frodo’s Hobbit friends Sam, Merry and Pippin. Players relive the legend through the LEGO minifigures, as they explore wonders, solve timeless riddles, and overcome endless foes in their quest to destroy the Ring.
What it’s like
LEGO The Lord of the Rings is a charming, accessible adventure that faithfully retells the film trilogy through the lens of playful LEGO humor. The experience centers on cooperative exploration and light puzzle-solving across expansive, recognizable Middle-earth landscapes. While the combat is simple and repetitive, it serves as a fun backdrop for the core joy of collecting studs and unlocking characters. The game shines in its audio design, utilizing the original movie scores and voice lines to create an immersive, nostalgic atmosphere that bridges the gap between fantasy epic and family-friendly comedy. It balances lighthearted slapstick with genuine moments of awe, making it a delightful journey for fans of all ages.
Strong in Audio / MusicCharactersCo-op / MultiplayerGameplay / MechanicsPacingPolish / PerformanceStory / Narrative
Keep in mind Combat is shallow and repetitive, lacking mechanical depth. · Pacing can feel slow due to the extensive collection requirements in large open areas.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, screenrant.com, gamesradar.com, ign.com, digit.in.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 201214 years ago |
| Wii | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 201214 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 201214 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 27, 201214 years ago |
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 21, 201313 years ago |
| iOS | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 07, 201313 years ago |
| Android | Worldwide | Full release | Jan 08, 201611 years ago |
